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Take the Blood Pressure Quiz

Do you know your risk factors for high blood pressure? You can’t do anything about some risk factors. But other risk factors can be changed. Learn about the risk factors for high blood pressure by taking this quiz.

A. ObesityB. A family history of hypertensionC. SmokingD. All of the above

5. At what point is blood pressure considered hypertensive?

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This reading (140 over 90) indicates stage one hypertension. A blood pressure of 120/80 to 129/89 is termed prehypertension. Normal blood pressure is less than 120/80. If either the systolic (higher number) or diastolic (lower number) is in one of the ranges listed above, that is the category that you are in. So, for example, if you blood pressure were 122/70 consistently, you would be called prehypertensive.

A. 120 over 80B. 130 over 85C. 140 over 90D. 210 over 120

6. Hypertension is the main cause of which of these?

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Over time, high blood pressure damages blood vessels (conditions called arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis), causing an increased risk for not only stroke, but also heart attacks and kidney disease.

A. CancerB. StrokesC. DiabetesD. Congestive heart failure

7. Which of these contribute to hypertension?

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Excessive drinking increases heart rate, which puts pressure on vessel walls. Three to five drinks a day over a long period can cause hypertension.

A. High vitamin C consumptionB. High alcohol consumptionC. High calcium consumptionD. All of the above

8. In which age group does the risk for hypertension jump dramatically?

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Aging directly correlates to an increase in risk.

A. 40 to 49B. 50 to 59C. 60 to 69D. 70 to 79

9. Why does reducing salt intake help prevent hypertension?

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People who are very sensitive to salt have blood pressure that reacts significantly to salt. The American Heart Association recommends that everyone--no matter what age, ethnic background, or medical conditions--consume no more than 2,400 mg of sodium a day. In some cases, your health care provider may tell you to cut your sodium intake even more.

A. It reduces fluid buildup in the bodyB. It allows vessels to relaxC. It raises levels of HDL ("good") cholesterolD. It helps stabilize heartbeat

10. What can you do to control high blood pressure?

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Although you can't change certain risk factors such as age and family health history, you can choose a lifestyle that promotes heart health.

A. Attain and maintain a healthful weightB. Exercise regularlyC. Take the blood pressure medication prescribed by your doctorD. All of the above